Maianthemum japonicum (syn. Smilacena japonicum), Japanese False Solomon's Seal groundcover this sub-shrub resembles a small

this sub-shrub resembles a small Hydrangea serrata with very loose

What an elegant plant this is

February days find new sea-green blades pushing skyward

and about the size of a quarter

This tough and tolerant plant comes to us from the entire length of the Himalayas

Maianthemum japonicum (syn. Smilacena japonicum), Japanese False Solomon's Seal groundcover this sub-shrub resembles a smallThis is a Japanese version of our native Smilacina racemosa. Frothy panicles of starry white flowers dance above each stem, turning to red berries in fall as the foliage turns golden. Prefers mostly shade, and some summer water. Perfect for underneath big conifers here in the PNW. Mature size: 15 in T x 1 2 ft W, clump forming Minimum temperature: 20 F